Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Red Sucker Lake 1976 has a population of around 725 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Red Sucker Lake 1976 has decreased by ▼ -4.23%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 757 | 725 | --4.23% |
2026 Population Projection
Red Sucker Lake 1976's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 725 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Red Sucker Lake 1976 Population Trend & Context
Red Sucker Lake 1976 had a 2021 census population of 725 — a decline of 32 (▼ 4.23%) people from the 757 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Manitoba Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 22.2 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Red Sucker Lake 1976 is around 360 while the female population is around 360.
Of the 725 total population in Red Sucker Lake 1976, the largest gender is female with around 360 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 360 | 360 | -0.00% |
Is Red Sucker Lake 1976 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Red Sucker Lake 1976 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Manitoba, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.
Employment & Economy
Income & Affordability
Commute
Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Red Sucker Lake 1976 Population Compared to Manitoba
Manitoba's population in 2021 was 1,342,153, spread across the area. Here's how Red Sucker Lake 1976 compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Red Sucker Lake 1976 | Manitoba |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $59,600 | $79,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 29.6% | 8.3% |
| Median age | 22.2 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 25.9% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 19.7% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Red Sucker Lake 1976 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 0 to 4 years old, accounting for 13.10% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 22.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
Broader Age Groups
If the Indian reserve's population is divided into broader age groups, most of the population falls into the 15 to 64 years age group. The group accounts for 60.70% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 34.50% and 4.10%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Red Sucker Lake 1976 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 61.10% | 62.50% | 60.70% |
| 0 to 14 years | 36.10% | 34.70% | 34.50% |
| 65 years and over | 15.00% | 15.00% | 30.00% |
| 65 years and over | 4.20% | 4.20% | 4.10% |
Population of Red Sucker Lake 1976 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Red Sucker Lake 1976 is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Red Sucker Lake 1976 is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the Indian reserve appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Red Sucker Lake 1976 are First Nations (North American Indian), which accounts for 53.79% of the total population, followed by Cree (24.83%), Oji-Cree (17.24%), North American Indigenous (4.14%), and Saulteaux (1.38%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Red Sucker Lake 1976 include Canadian, Czechoslovakian, Bulgarian, Albertan, and Ghanaian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 52.05% | 56.16% | 53.79% |
| Cree | 24.66% | 23.29% | 24.83% |
| Oji-Cree | 17.81% | 17.81% | 17.24% |
| North American Indigenous | 4.11% | 2.74% | 4.14% |
| Saulteaux | 0.00% | 0.00% | 1.38% |
| Canadian | 2.74% | 0.00% | 1.38% |
| Czechoslovakian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Bulgarian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Albertan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Ghanaian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Red Sucker Lake 1976
About 100.00% of Red Sucker Lake 1976's population (725 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 545 people (75.20% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Red Sucker Lake 1976's population profile.
About 0.0% of Red Sucker Lake 1976's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Red Sucker Lake 1976's immigrant population are Germany (0), Greece (0), Hungary (0), Italy (0), Netherlands (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Germany | 0 |
| Greece | 0 |
| Hungary | 0 |
| Italy | 0 |
| Netherlands | 0 |
0.0% of Red Sucker Lake 1976's residents (0 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 0.0% are second generation, and 99.3% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 145 of Red Sucker Lake 1976's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 5 or more persons household.
Household Size
About 22.75% of the population lives in 5 or more persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 7.60% of the population. 2 persons, 3 persons, and 4 persons households account for 6.05%, 6.05%, and 6.05%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 5 or more persons | 75 | 22.75% |
| 1 person | 25 | 7.60% |
| 2 persons | 20 | 6.05% |
| 3 persons | 20 | 6.05% |
| 4 persons | 20 | 6.05% |
Family and Household Structure in Red Sucker Lake 1976
Of census families in Red Sucker Lake 1976, 63.9% are couple families and 36.1% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.6 people.
12.1% of households in Red Sucker Lake 1976 are one-person households, 36.4% are couple-family households, 9.1% are one-parent-family households, and 24.2% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 20 | 12.1% |
| Couple-family households | 60 | 36.4% |
| One-parent-family households | 15 | 9.1% |
| Multigenerational households | 40 | 24.2% |
Income in Red Sucker Lake 1976
Analyzing income distribution in Red Sucker Lake 1976 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Red Sucker Lake 1976 is $20,600.
A region's per capita data sheds light on the average income earned per person living in it. Since per capita income is calculated by dividing the region's total income by its population, it quantifies the population's economic situation on an individual basis.
Such data offers insights into the Indian reserve's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Red Sucker Lake 1976 population or around 145 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 70 and 65 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Red Sucker Lake 1976's median household income is $59,600, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Red Sucker Lake 1976's median household income is 24,400 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the Indian reserve's economic landscape as well as the living standards of its population.
Analyzing such data enables researchers, policymakers, and businesses to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the Indian reserve's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Red Sucker Lake 1976
This data sheds light on the distribution of Red Sucker Lake 1976 residents across educational milestones.
Such information is crucial in shaping the province’s policies on education, workforce development strategies, and initiatives that aim to improve access to quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities.
66.70% or most of the Red Sucker Lake 1976 population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 21.70% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 11.70% has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. (Individual figures may not sum to exactly 100% due to Statistics Canada's random rounding of small-area 25% sample data.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 100 | 95 | 200 | 66.70% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 30 | 40 | 65 | 21.70% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 20 | 20 | 35 | 11.70% |
Below national average 0.0% of Red Sucker Lake 1976's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Red Sucker Lake 1976
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Red Sucker Lake 1976. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Red Sucker Lake 1976 is at 29.63% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 40.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 29.63% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Red Sucker Lake 1976, 28.4% worked full year full time in the reference year, 12.6% worked part year and/or part time, and 57.9% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 135 | 28.4% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 60 | 12.6% |
| Did not work | 275 | 57.9% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the Indian reserve who work as an employee. The majority of Red Sucker Lake 1976's population (around 62.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the Indian reserve, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Red Sucker Lake 1976 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Red Sucker Lake 1976 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Red Sucker Lake 1976 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (23%) works in the educational services sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 19%, followed by Public administration at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational services | 25 | 30 | 23% |
| Health care and social assistance | 25 | 25 | 19% |
| Public administration | 20 | 10 | 11% |
| Retail trade | 15 | 15 | 9% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 10 | 10 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Red Sucker Lake 1976 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Red Sucker Lake 1976: Educational services (23%), Health care and social assistance (19%), Public administration (11%)
Top occupation categories in Red Sucker Lake 1976: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (23%), Sales and service occupations (21%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (19%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the Indian reserve. It provides a snapshot of workplaces, showing their geographic distribution and the flow of workers across different areas.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 95 | 85 | 180 | 94.70% |
| Worked at home | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Red Sucker Lake 1976 residents travel to school or work. It highlights the frequency of different modes of transportation like walking, cycling, carpooling, and public transit.
The data is pivotal in the making of transportation policies as well as the development of transit systems. Ultimately commuting data contributes to improving the quality of life of Red Sucker Lake 1976 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Red Sucker Lake 1976 spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the Indian reserve's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the Indian reserve.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 81.60% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 13.20% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Red Sucker Lake 1976 shed light on its societal dynamics. It captures the diverse types of marital statuses of the population.
Long-term commitments, such as common-law partnerships, civil unions, and marriages, reflect the Indian reserve's social fabric. We can gain insights into Red Sucker Lake 1976's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights Indian reserve's linguistic diversity, showing elegances of solo language as well as bilingual harmonies. Other than language, it also shows the cultural landscape in Canada.
English is the most spoken official language in Red Sucker Lake 1976. About 725 people living in the Indian reserve speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 725 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Red Sucker Lake 1976's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 725 | 100.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 0 | 0.0% |
| Neither English nor French | 0 | 0.0% |
Mother Tongue & Home Language
Useful for newcomers researching an area: this shows the language residents first learned at home in childhood (mother tongue) and the language they speak most often at home now, which can differ as families settle in.
| Language | Mother Tongue | Spoken Most Often at Home |
|---|---|---|
| English | 56.6% | 62.8% |
| Non-official languages | 29.7% | 14.5% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Red Sucker Lake 1976 is predominantly Christian. About 520 of its population is Christian (265 males and 260 females).
The second largest religion in the Indian reserve is Buddhist with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Jewish, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Muslim represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 71.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Red Sucker Lake 1976
Parks
Community Centres
Green Spaces in Red Sucker Lake 1976
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Keemooch Area | Parks | — |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Indian Reserves to Red Sucker Lake 1976
- Red Sucker Lake 1976A 4.2 km · 147 people
- Garden Hill First Nation 68.6 km · 3,054 people
- God's River 86A 80.5 km · 809 people
- God's Lake 23 85.9 km · 1,520 people
- St. Theresa Point 93.0 km · 3,417 people
- Wasagamack 95.7 km · 2,088 people
- Oxford House 24 142.8 km
- Shamattawa 1 208.2 km
Frequently Asked Questions about Red Sucker Lake 1976
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Red Sucker Lake 1976 has a population of 725 people, making it the 116th Indian reserve in Manitoba. The population declined moderately from 757 in 2016, a decrease of 32 people or 4.23%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 309.2 people per km² across a land area of 2.34 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Red Sucker Lake 1976's population declined by 4.23% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 757 to 725 people, a loss of 32 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Manitoba Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 22.20 years suggests a comparatively young population. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (15.2%) points to a family-oriented community. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Red Sucker Lake 1976 has a population density of approximately 309.20 people per square kilometre.
Red Sucker Lake 1976 covers a land area of approximately 2.34 km².
The median age of the population in Red Sucker Lake 1976 is 22.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Red Sucker Lake 1976 is First Nations (North American Indian).
The median household income in Red Sucker Lake 1976 is $59,600, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Red Sucker Lake 1976.
Christian is the predominant religion in Red Sucker Lake 1976.
According to the 2021 Census, 100.0% of Red Sucker Lake 1976's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Red Sucker Lake 1976's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 36.1% of census families in Red Sucker Lake 1976, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 24.2% of all households in Red Sucker Lake 1976, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Red Sucker Lake 1976's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.
Of the population aged 15 and over in Red Sucker Lake 1976, 28.4% worked full year full time in the 2021 Census reference year.
Statistics Canada (statcan.gc.ca) conducted the 2026 Census of Population in May 2026. However, census data goes through an extensive processing, validation, and quality-assurance period before public release. Based on the release plan, the 2026 Census results begin rolling out on February 10, 2027, with complete community-level profiles available by December 1, 2027. Until then, this page uses 2021 Census data as its primary source, supplemented by a population projection estimate for 2026 calculated using the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from the 2016–2021 Census period.